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Good Lady, I beg you to advise me, and I have great need of it, for I have set my heart on a lady whom I desire more than any other; tell me whether you advise me to ask for her love, or to refrain; for I do indeed recall the proverb: more haste less speed, and patience brings success.

Sir, it certainly seems to me that he who courts a good lady does well, and he who fears her is ignorant, for no lady ever struck a knight. But even if she is not minded to grant you her love, no harm at all will come of this, for a good lady has enough discernment to conclude the matter courteously with polite words.

Lady, I fear that if I ask for her love her reply may be unkind, and that, thinking of her reputation and influence, she may say that she will never love me; I would do better, I think, to serve her and to wait until she is pleased to reward me. Now tell me in your opinion whether this is a good plan or a misguided one.

Sir, a fool always runs after folly, but a true fool is one who acts foolishly; and when a man serves one who is unworthy, he will regret it when he achieves no result; before spending much effort he should know whether he is likely to have reward or recompense, and if he finds that she will be well disposed, then let him serve his lady contentedly and willingly.

Good Lady, since this is your advice, I will not fail to ask her at once, for I think your advice good and wish never to change or deviate from it; for you know for certain whether this lady is inclined to love or intends to do so, and you can surely help me, if only you will and can find it in your heart to do so.

Sir, I beg you to name the lady with whom I can help and assist you; and I wish you well and beg you to trust me.